Get ready for an unforgettable splash of summer! This year, we're thrilled to launch a three-week-long VYC Junior Sailing Summer Camp, welcoming young sailors ages 7 to 17. With 10–15 campers joining us each week, it’s shaping up to be an exciting summer! Trust us, it’s anything but ordinary.
Each day kicks off with fun integration games that break the ice and build team spirit—perfect for setting the tone for an action-packed day. From there, the adventure depends on the wind! Sailors head out on solo missions aboard Optis and Lasers, or team up on Hobie Cats and C420s for some tandem thrills. But it’s not all sailing: kids also dive into paddleboarding, wakeboarding, and boat-rigging challenges—and of course, plenty of games to keep the smiles going and the friendships growing.
To top it off, campers get the thrill of climbing aboard larger sailboats like Randy Hough’s s/v Cricket and Andy Barrow’s s/v Hey-Ya. These special outings offer a taste of big-boat sailing on the beautiful Bay of Banderas—an experience that always leaves kids wide-eyed and grinning.
One of our proudest goals? Empowering campers to sail solo by the end of their week. It’s no small feat—navigating the wind, steering, adjusting sails—but with the encouragement and guidance of our expert coaches, kids rise to the challenge. "The most exciting moment is when a camper finally takes full control of the boat, their faces light up—it’s pure magic." (Coach, Keyla Hernandez)
Safety always comes first. With a 5:1 child-to-coach ratio, our team stays in constant contact using high-powered radios, and our coach boats are stocked with sunscreen, fresh water, and extra flotation gear to keep everyone cool and secure.
But it’s not just about sailing. It’s about community. “Mealtimes feel like one big family dinner,” says Keyla. “Everyone—campers and coaches—gathers to laugh, share stories, and bond over the day’s adventures.” Thanks to Rudy and the incredible VYC staff, meals are not only delicious and healthy, but also a highlight of the camp day.
As the summer rolls on, so do the memories. Campers return year after year—many from other parts of Mexico and even from abroad. Several go on to join our year-round VYC Junior Sailing Program. “It’s amazing to see their journey,” Keyla says proudly. “What starts as a week of fun often becomes a lifelong passion.”
At the VYC Junior Sailing Summer Camp, kids don’t just learn to sail—they grow in confidence, build friendships, and discover new horizons. Huge thanks to Keyla, Bart, and our entire coaching crew for making this program such a joyful, safe, and skill-building experience.
Let the winds of adventure carry us into another fantastic summer!
Camp Kick Off and Dates:
July 21 - 25
July 28 - August 1
August 4 - 8
$4000 MXN per week
Contact: +52 329 116 0647 / jrsailing@vallartayachtclub.org